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Insurance Plans What Insurance plans do you accept? ​ While this office is not, and never has been, considered "In Network" with any insurance provider, as a curtesy we file with any insurance. However a few insurance companies do not let us file with them (such as Medicaid). ​ Insurances that we work with all the time include: Delta Dental Medicare Ameritas UHC Cigna UNUM Blue Cross Blue Shield and Many Others ​ What is the difference between "In Network" and "Out of Network"? ​ Going to a dentist that is "In Network" with your dental insurance means that your dentist agrees not to charge over a certain "Price Cap" for a specific procedure. If you go to a dentist that is "Out of Network" the patient is required to pay any amount that is over this "Price Cap". ​ As long as our prices are below the "In Network Price Cap", it does not cost a patient any extra to come to us, even though we are Out of Network with your insurance. There are hundreds of different insurance plans out there, and they change their Price Caps all the time. But dozens of years of sending claims to insurance companies has taught us that we are below the Price Cap for practically every procedure for almost every insurance. Occasionally a patient has to pay $6 or so for a cleaning, or an extra $30 for a crown, or other similar amounts. But for most patients, and most insurance plans, the amount you pay at our office will be the same as you would pay for an In Network Dentist . Some known exceptions are listed below: ​ ​ We are not In Network with Medicaid (we are not a "Medicaid Provider"). Any patients with Medicaid Insurance would have to pay the full price for any Treatment. Delta DPPO plans refuse to pay any amount towards your dental work in our office (because we are Out of Network). You would have to pay the full price for any Treatment. When Am I Expected to Pay for my Dental Appointment? ​ Just like at the grocery store, all payment is expected at the time of service. If you have a dental insurance, we only ask that you pay the amount that your dental insurance is not expected to cover . There are some exceptions to this rule depending on your particular insurance companies policies ​ ​ How Much does Dental Insurance Usually Cover? ​ While every insurance is different, the amounts below are what Dental Insurance generally cover Preventative (cleanings, exams, x-rays) - 90-100% Basic Fillings - 70-80% Crowns or Bridges - 40-50% Root Canals - 70-80% Dentures and Partials - 70-80% Tooth Removal (Extractions) 50%-70% Cosmetic - 0% What Else Should I Know about Dental Insurance? ​ A few things you may like to know about dental insurance. Generally there is a "Waiting Period " after you get dental insurance. This is a period of time when they will not pay for any "major" work. For a crown, this period is usually one year. So they usually will not pay anything towards a crown unless you have had the insurance for more than a year. Most insurances have a "Missing Tooth Clause ". If you were missing a particular tooth BEFORE you had the insurance, they will NOT pay to replace the tooth. You have to have the insurance at the time the tooth is lost in order for the insurance to put any money towards replacing that tooth.

Our Services New Patient Exams Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth Colored Fillings Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Tooth Extractions (Removal) Dentures and Partials Root Canals Crowns and Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain Snoring and Sleep Apnea Tooth Colored Fillings At our office we almost exclusively do tooth colored fillings. ​ Although silver fillings (amalgam fillings) are incredibly safe and durable (see this technical information from the American Dental Association ), most patients now prefer to do tooth colored fillings. The cost for tooth colored fillings and silver fillings is the same. ​ Occasionally, if a cavity is far under the gums, or in a very difficult to reach spot, we will do a silver filling on that tooth (because silver fillings have a better long-term outcome in these situations). We will always talk to you about it before we do a silver filling.

Frequently Asked Questions What is a Crown? What is a Partial? What is a Bridge? What is a Root Canal? ​ ​ To learn more about these topics, and other dental procedures, please visit our Services Page and click on the Dental Service on the left Why Does My Tooth Hurt? Bruised Tooth Why Does My Tooth Hurt? There are many reasons why a tooth may hurt. Recently done Dental Work It is not uncommon for a tooth, your gums, or even your jaw to be sore after dental work is done. If this is mild, and only for a few days there is nothing to worry about. Feel free to take some Tylenol, Ibuprofen, or other pain medication to help with the pain. If the pain is jaw pain (from your mouth being open so long) usually Ibuprofen, or another NSAID medication is the most helpful thing to take.​ Please call us: If the pain is severe (aching or throbbing, or hurting all on its own) The tooth feels "too tall" or like it hits first when you bite your teeth together ​We may need to adjust the filling Sometimes the tooth may be telling us that the filling is too large for it, and that the tooth prefers a crown​​​​​​ If it has been over a week and the tooth is still sensitive​​​ Some teeth just take longer to heal, but please let us take a look to make sure nothing needs to be done​ For your information, all follow up appointments are FREE ​, so please don't let that stop you from calling us "Bruised" Tooth Sometimes teeth will hurt, and we can't figure out why. Rather than jumping into doing treatment like Root Canals and Crowns, the best thing is often to just wait a few weeks. Generally the tooth will just get better all on its own (the "bruise" heals). Occasionally things get worse, and we are then able to localize the problem and come up with a solution. ​ If you have any concerns please call us to set up an appointment. For your information, patients who are up to date on their dental cleanings get FREE emergency visits between cleaning appointments. So please feel free to call us! Cracked Tooth Cracked teeth can be tricky because they don't all act the same way Some things that lead us to believe a tooth may be cracked are the following: Pain when you chew, especially sharp pain​ A large filling, accompanied with pain when you chew Sometimes the crack is actually visible, if it is we will try to get a camera picture of it for you to see it too We also have a special "bite stick" here that helps us find out if a tooth is cracked If a tooth is cracked, a Filling is usually NOT the solution. The solution is often a Crown , that will go 360° around the tooth to hold the tooth together so that the crack cannot get bigger. Teeth that hurt when you chew could also due to being Bruised , Abscessed , due to Clenching or Grinding , or due to Sinus Issues ​ Abscessed Tooth An Abscessed tooth would generally have the following Symptoms: The main give away is a tooth that hurts All By Itself. Meaning you are not eating, clenching, or putting anything cold or hot on it and the tooth is aching. Sometimes this will wake you up at night​ Sometimes a tooth that wakes you up at night may NOT be abscessed , but it may hurt, and wake you up, because you are clenching or grinding your teeth in your sleep. Other symptoms of a possibly abscessed tooth MAY include:​​​ ​ The tooth hurts when chewing, or possibly just by touching it with your finger or tongue The tooth my have a sharp pain to cold temperatures The tooth may have a sharp pain to hot temperatures - and sipping cold water may help it feel better ​ Sometimes an Abscessed Tooth will be VERY painful for a few days, and then go away . This pain is likely to come back in a few days or weeks if the Abscessed Tooth is not delt with​ An abscessed tooth will often show up on a dental x-ray as having a shadow around the root of the tooth Clenching or Grinding (usually while asleep) Many people Clench or Grind there teeth, either while they are awake or when they are asleep. Studies usually show that about 10% of people Clench or Grind their teeth in their sleep.​ We can Clench or Grind 5 to 7 times harder when we are asleep. So it is usually night time Clenching or Grinding that causes damage to our teeth Clenching or grinding can cause Tooth Ware, Tooth Chipping, Tooth Cracking, and Tooth Pain VERY OFTEN there are no symptoms when someone Clenches or Grinds their teeth. But if there are symptoms, they may look like this: Often if a person has mild pain on multiple teeth when chewing Often the pain will be present for a few days, then go away for a few days or weeks, then come back. ​This is because many of us only grind our teeth for a few nights a month, and our teeth are only sore after we have been grinding Often symptoms can be similar to Sinus Problem Symptoms (see below)​ ​​For mild issues with Clenching or Grinding a soft over-the-counter Nightguard works well. A Soft Nightguard helps prevent ware from teeth rubbing ​against teeth One our patients love is called "The Doctors Nightguard". Here is a link to it on Amazon (I do not make any commission) For moderate or severe cases of Clenching or Grinding a custom made Nightguard is best. ​ A Hard Nightguard helps prevent ware on your teeth as well as damage such as chipping and cracking of teeth This Guard is made from molds you get in our office. The first visit we get molds of your teeth, the second visit we fit the guard to your teeth. Sinus Problems The sinus' are close to the roots of teeth so sinus infections can make our teeth hurt. Usually this would include multiple teeth hurting, often a sharp pain that hurts when we bite our teeth together. Usually it would be the upper back teeth that hurt, but it could be the upper front teeth and occasionally the bottom teeth that hurt. If we suspect that this is the cause of your tooth pain we can prescribe an antibiotic Cyst or other Pathology It is uncommon, but cysts or other bone, soft tissue, or connective tissue problems could make our teeth hurt​ Nerve issues can also make our teeth hurt These issues can occasionally be difficult to diagnose. ​ If you are experiencing tooth pain, please call us to make an appointment. Please read about out Emergency Exams to know what to expect when you come in. Abscessed Tooth Clenching or Grinding Sinus Issues

Our Services New Patient Exams Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth Colored Fillings Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Tooth Extractions (Removal) Dentures and Partials Root Canals Crowns and Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain Snoring and Sleep Apnea Root Canals How Can I tell If I need a Root Canal? A Root Canal is needed if you have an abscessed tooth. An Abscessed tooth would generally have the following Symptoms: The main give away is a tooth that hurts All By Itself. Meaning you are not eating, clenching, or putting anything cold or hot on it and the tooth is aching. Sometimes this will wake you up at night​ Sometimes a tooth that wakes you up at night may NOT be abscessed , but it may hurt, and wake you up, because you are clenching or grinding your teeth in your sleep. Other symptoms of a possibly abscessed tooth MAY include:​​​ ​ The tooth hurts when chewing, or possibly just by touching it with your finger or tongue The tooth my have a sharp pain to cold temperatures The tooth may have a sharp pain to hot temperatures - and sipping cold water may help it feel better ​ Sometimes an Abscessed Tooth will be VERY painful for a few days, and then go away . This pain is likely to come back in a few days or weeks if the Abscessed Tooth is not delt with​ An abscessed tooth will often show up on a dental x-ray as having a shadow around the root of the tooth There are many reasons that teeth can hurt, please see the full discussion on Dental Pain for other reasons your tooth may hurt. 654.9 ​ Why wo uld I need a Root Canal? There are 4 main reasons why a Root Canal may be reccomended for your tooth. ​ 1) A cavity that got to the nerve 2) A crack that got to the nerve 3) A cavity or crack that gets CLOSE to the nerve, and up causing "root canal pain" (see Abscessed Tooth on the FAQ page) 4) Trauma to a tooth can damage a nerve, and may casue the need for a root canal to be done N o one likes to be in pain, or to be worried about their mouth or teeth. ​ We can get tooth pain for multiple reasons see the FAQ Page for a complete discussion. ​ ​ What is a Root Canal ? ​ Where do I go for a Root Canal? ​ Will I need a Crown after getting a Root Canal? ​ ​

Our Services New Patient Exams Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth Colored Fillings Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Tooth Extractions (Removal) Dentures and Partials Root Canals Crowns and Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain Snoring and Sleep Apnea Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Den tal Crowns Sometimes a tooth needs more than just a filling to predictably save it. Some reasons a tooth may need a crown are: A filling would be to large: Teeth with fillings larger than 50 % of the tooth have a tendency to Have the filling break (with getting more cavity under it) Have the tooth break Have the filling get loose (and get more cavity under it) Teeth that are cracking​ A crown will help hold the tooth together to prevent it from splitting ​ Back teeth that have had root canals​ Research shows that back teeth that have had root canals need to have a crown on them to prevent them from breaking​ Som etimes teeth that are having pain whenever you chew may need a crown - the pain can be a sign that the tooth is trying to split.​ Whatever the cause, we can get a crown made for your tooth that will blend in with the adjacent teeth.​​ What can I expect at my crown appointment? You will be here for about 1.5-2 hours. We will get the tooth numb. We will remove any old fillings and decay, and usually put some filling material into the void so that the crown can fit properly. We will get the tooth ready for the crown. You will have a temporary crown made for you (out of a plastic material) and it will be glued in place. We will get a mold of the tooth so that the lab can make the final porcelain crown. We can usually do this with our 3D scanner - so no impression material (the goop) will need to go into your mouth. Sometimes, in difficult to reach places, or deep cavities, we still need to use the traditional impression material (the goop) to get the dental lab the information they need to make you a perfect fitting crown. Den tal Bridges If you are missing a tooth, or need a tooth removed, one option is to get a dental bridge (other options include Dental Implants or Partial Dentures) ​ A dental bridge is really just getting crowns on two teeth, that are all linked together with a false tooth in the middle (see the picture below) ​ The process for getting a bridge is really just the same as getting a c rown (see above) only you are usually here a little longer (2 hours to 2.5 hours) Diagram of a Bridge Picture Coming Soon Some teeth that could probably benefit from crowns Large Filling With 1/4 Of Tooth Broken Off Tooth With Multiple Cracks Under the Old Filling Tooth with Cracks Under the Old Filling

Our Services New Patient Exams Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth Colored Fillings Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Tooth Extractions (Removal) Dentures and Partials Root Canals Crowns and Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain Snoring and Sleep Apnea Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Sometimes a tooth can not be saved and needs to be removed (see Tooth Removal Page ). When this happens there are several options: ​ 1) Leave a space or gap where the tooth was 2) Replace the tooth or teeth with a Dental Implant (Learn More Here ) 3) Replace the tooth or teeth with a Dental Bridge (Learn More Here ) 4) Replace the missing tooth or teeth with a Partial (a "Partial Plate") or replace all the top or bottom teeth with a Denture (a "Full Plate"). (Learn More Here ) 5) You can also attach a Partial or Denture to Dental Implants to make them more stable (We talk about this here) ​ ​ What is a Partial Denture? What is a Denture? Before reading this page, you may want to read This Page to learn some basic information about Dentures and Partial Dentures. How is a Partial made ? There are usually 5 appointments needed to get a Denture made ​correctly. It may be possible to skip some appointments depending on The first two appointments we will be getting impressions (or "molds") of your teeth The next three appointmeents are making sure that we know how your top and bottom teeth meet up with each other, and making sure that the Partial will fit correctly The last appointment we will give the partial to you. to Take it in and out​ Learn to eat with it Lean to clean it Some people need to practice speaking normally again (usually by reading a book out loud) The more you wear your partial, the quicker you will get used to the way it feels in your mouth​ ​ ​ How Long do Partials Last? Hopefully more th an 10 years. But it depends on a lot of factors, such as: What it is made of (metal, plastic, flexible plastic)​ What teeth are one it (front teeth are more likely to come off than back teeth) How hard you bite, and how your teeth come together How careful you are with it (often the reason they break is because they are dropped) If they break, they can usually be repaired, and the repair usually only takes one day​ Also, if you have problems wit h more of your natural teeth, we can usually remove the "trouble" tooth from your mouth, and add a plastic tooth to your partial to replace the tooth you had to have removed. ​ ​ For More Information, and for Instructions on " How to Take Care of a Partial", please look at the document below: Denture and Partial Denture Instructions

Our Services New Patient Exams Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth Colored Fillings Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Tooth Extractions (Removal) Dentures and Partials Root Canals Crowns and Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain Snoring and Sleep Apnea New Patient Exams The first time you come to the office you can expect the following: You will be here for about 60-90 minutes Please either fill out your paperwork beforehand (see Patient Forms ) or arrive about 15 minutes early to fill out paperwork. We will input all of your paperwork into the computer system We will assess your gum health We will take any needed dental x-rays - generally we take x-rays of all your teeth The dentist will do an exam We will go over any dental issues we find and give you options on how to address the issues We will answer any questions you have If there is time , your teeth will be cleaned (see Dental Cleanings )

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Our Services New Patient Exams Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth Colored Fillings Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Tooth Extractions (Removal) Dentures and Partials Root Canals Crowns and Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain Snoring and Sleep Apnea Tooth Whitening Content Coming Soon - Check Back July January 2024 This is a Brand New Website and it is not quite finished yet. Thanks for your patience. If you have any questions about services please call us and we would be happy to answer them for you!

Detailed, Quality Dentistry About Our Office At our office our top goal is to treat you like family. We strive to do this by: Giving quality, detailed dentistry to every patient, every time. Helping every patient feel comfortable and relaxed. Explaining your dental issues in a way you can understand, and then giving you options for how to move forward - you are in control. About Us We are a small, one doctor office. We like it that way because we feel that we can make things more personal. Every time you come in you can see the same dental hygienist, and the same dentist: Dr. Bartlett. Read More How Can We Help You? New Patient Exams ​ Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth-Colored Fillings Crowns & Bridges With 3D Scanner Dentures & Partials Tooth Extractions (Removal) Root Canals Crowns & Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures & Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain (TMD) Snoring & Sleep Apnea Testimonials from Google Sam Bartlett cares about each and every patient by taking the time to not only explain the problem you face but he explains how he will resolve and fix the problem. A genuine caring person and talented dentist. Alex Dr. Bartlett and staff is amazing. They are very caring and thorough. I can’t recommend them enough if your looking for a good dentist to go to. Nathan Mullins Best dentist I have ever been to the whole staff is great and caring. Really get you taken care of Steven Taylor Dr. Bartlett is amazing! Patient, precise and caring. I'm very particular when it comes to dentists and I'm so happy that I've found him and love everyone there at his practice. Allison Locke Had upper dentures relined and they fit great! No need for denture adhesive! Barbara Craven

Our Services New Patient Exams Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth Colored Fillings Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Tooth Extractions (Removal) Dentures and Partials Root Canals Crowns and Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Our Services New Patient Exams Dental Cleanings Emergency Dentistry Tooth Colored Fillings Crowns and Bridges with 3D Scanner Tooth Extractions (Removal) Dentures and Partials Root Canals Crowns and Bridges Attached to Implants Dentures and Partials Attached to Implants Children Dentistry Dental Sealants Cosmetic Dentistry Tooth Whitening Jaw Pain Snoring and Sleep Apnea Dental Cleanings The first time you come to our office our Dental Hygienist will assess your gum health. After that we will re-assess your gum health every 12 - 18 months. There are 4 different types of cleanings that we perform in our office based off of your individual needs. A regular "healthy mouth" cleaning ​ Most common for those that are up to date with their dental appointments: for most people this is a 6-month interval. For thoes who want to know, the technical name for this is a "Prophylaxis", and the dental code is D1110 for adults, and D1120 for kids. A "medium" cleaning ​ This is for those who have not been to the dentist for a while who (1) have a lot of buildup on their teeth and irritated gums but (2) do NOT have any bone loss (or at least very little bone loss). The technical name for this ​is "Scaling in the Presence of Gingivitis" and the dental code for this is D4346 Generally, a "catch-up" cleaning is done about 6 weeks later to get any residue and to help the gums heal (a "Prophylaxis" cleaning) ​ ​ ​A "deep cleaning"​ ​ This is for those who have not been to the dentist for a while who (1) have a lot of buildup on their teeth and irritated gums and (2) DO have bone loss.​ When we have buildup on our teeth for extended periods of time the gums get irritated, but, more importantly, the bone actually disappears from around our teeth (moving away from the bacteria). This bone loss is permanent (in almost all cases). In rare cases bone grafting can be done to try to get some bone back around the roots of the teeth. To remove all the excess buildup that is deep under the gums we generally have to get the gums numb. We usually do this in two separate visits (one half of the mouth at a visit). The technical name for this is "Periodontal Scaling and Root Planing" and the dental code is D4341 or D4342 (depending on the number of teeth involved). ​ For a whole mouth the code D4341 would be submitted to insurance 4 times, once for each fourth of the mouth. This is so that if a person only needs 1/4 of their mouth deep cleaned they can have a lower fee than someone who has to have their whole mouth deep cleaned. This is not my system; it is how every office has to do it by law.​ ​ After a deep cleaning is done "maintenance" cleanings are now needed (see below) ​ A "maintenance" cleaning​​ ​ When bone is lost from around teeth, which is what made the deep cleaning necessary in the first place, there is now a pocket, or a permanent bacteria trap, between the gums and the tooth. This makes things harder to keep clean at home, and harder to get cleaned during dental visits. For this reason, after a deep cleaning more frequent dental cleanings are now needed (usually every 3-4 months), and the dental cleaning now has a different name, and actually cost more. The technical name is "Peroidontal Maintenance" and the dental code is D4910 Other types of cleaning s​ There are actually more types of cleaings. If your bone loss is severe, we may refer you to a specalist (called a "Periodontist") for an exam and possible cleanings in their office.​ ​ For a lot of really detailed information on gum disease you can check out the American Dental Association website here